TAMALES

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Categories     appetizer

Time 1h45m

Yield 25 to 30 tamales

Number Of Ingredients 18

5 pounds ground chuck
1/2 cup diced red pepper
1/2 cup dried onions
1/2 cup garlic powder
1/4 cup salt
Water, to cover
7 1/2 pounds plain cornmeal
1/4 box salt
1 1/2 cups fresh ground onion
1/2 cup fresh ground garlic
Chile powder
Cumin powder
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
Dash red pepper
Cumin powder and chile powder, to taste
3 ounces tomato paste
1 gallon water

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients with water and cook until meat is done. Strain meat and set aside. Reserve liquid for later use.
  • Combine all ingredients and mix well. Grind in grinder and add to meal mixture. Add 1 gallon of reserved liquid from meat mixture. Mix well. Let meat and meal mixtures cool overnight in refrigerator.
  • Combine ingredients in a large pot and put over high heat. While boil mixture is heating, spread meal mixture in tamale wrapper. Add meat mixture to center. Roll tamales. Either corn shucks or tamale papers may be used. Prepare according to package instructions. Place tamales in large pot. Pour boil mixture over tamales and cook for 3 hours. Remove from heat and set aside for 30 minutes. Add more water to cover. Cook for 1 additional hour.

Deborah Croft
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I'm not a big fan of tamales but I really liked these. They're not too heavy or greasy.


Julia Price
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These tamales are a lot of work but they're worth it. They're so delicious and they make a great meal for a special occasion.


Sonu King
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I followed the recipe exactly but my tamales were dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Lock Lock
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These tamales are a bit spicy for my taste but I still enjoyed them. I think next time I'll use less chili powder.


Sipho Bandezi
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I've made these tamales several times and they're always a hit. I love that I can freeze them and then reheat them later.


Paola prosper
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These tamales are a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen. They'll love helping you make them and they'll be even more excited to eat them.


Ram Narayan
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I made these tamales for a potluck and they were gone in minutes. Everyone raved about them.


MD M E R A J „ÉÑ
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I'm a beginner in the kitchen and I was able to make these tamales without any problems. The instructions are very clear.


Felix Nwabueze
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These tamales are a bit time-consuming to make but they're worth it. They're so delicious and everyone will love them.


Mary Kamara
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I love that this recipe uses fresh corn. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the tamales.


Qaisar Nadeem
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These tamales are the perfect comfort food. They're warm, filling, and delicious.


Sofija Drljaca
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I'm not a big fan of tamales but I really enjoyed these. They're not too heavy or greasy.


Crush XeT
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I've tried several tamales recipes but this one is my favorite. The tamales are always moist and flavorful.


Tracey Powell
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I made these tamales for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them.


Nawaboo Shabeer
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These tamales are a great way to use up leftover chicken or pork. They're also a great make-ahead meal.


Me Too
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been wanting to make tamales for a long time but was intimidated by the process. This recipe made it so easy and the tamales were amazing.


Titash Ahmed
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The recipe was easy to follow and the tamales were delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


Beth Walker
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I've made these tamales several times now and they always turn out perfectly. They're a hit with my family and friends.


tamer fathy
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These tamales are the best I've ever had! The masa is so moist and flavorful, and the filling is perfectly seasoned and cooked.


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